GR’s Free Summer Workout Series is in Full Swing: Here’s the Lineup

Great news for all our movers and shakers out there!

Grand Rapids brought back the Free Outdoor Summer Fitness Series for another summer and there are still a ton of classes left for you to enjoy.

We love this because it’s the perfect chance to get active, burn a few calories, enjoy the fresh air, and soak up some sun while the weather is nice, all for free!

Throughout the summer, parks across our city are hosting fitness classes – from yoga to high-energy cardio and everything in between.

Who knows when you’ll get another chance to try out Barre on The Blue Bridge or get groovin’ with POUND?

Or, maybe Zumba at Rosa Parks Circle and the strength-building fun of Pumped Up Strength at Cherry Park is more up your alley.

Here’s to most of our amazing but -oh-too-short Grand Rapids summers!

See you in the park!

MONDAYS

POUND (Cardio Drumming)

Using lightly weighted Ripstix drumsticks (provided), POUND turns drumming into a full-body workout for all levels, combining cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Lyon Square, 299 Lyon St NW | 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Yoga

Builds strength and body awareness, beginning with gentle movement and breathing, progressing to standing sequences, and ending with calm resting poses.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water.
Mulick Park, 1632 Sylvan Ave SE | 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM

Zumba

A fast, fun, upbeat dance fitness class with Latin and international music that feels like a party; all levels welcome.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center St NW | 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Line Dancing

Line dancing to exercise mind, body, and spirit; in QK Line Dance you dance to all genres of music and everyone is welcome.

No equipment required; please bring water.
MLK Park Tennis Court, 900 Fuller Ave SE | 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

TUESDAYS

Barre (barre3 Signature 45)

A full-body, low-impact workout that blends strength, cardio, and mindfulness into functional fitness, with movements that support your everyday life and welcome all fitness levels.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water; optional: a pair of 3 to 8 lb. weights.
The Blue Bridge (pedestrian bridge over the Grand River, off Front Ave NW) | 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

HIGH Fitness

A modern twist on aerobics with a non-stop mix of cardio, toning, and push tracks, using simple, effective, set choreography that’s easy to follow but powerful.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Briggs Park Tennis Court, 324 Knapp St NE | 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM

Glute Aerobics

A fun bodyweight rhythmic class to sculpt glutes and tone the lower body, incorporating lower body exercises, dance fitness, high reps, and cardio blasts.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water.
555 Monroe Ave NW | 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Sunset Yoga

Builds strength and body awareness through gentle movement, breathing, standing sequences, and calm resting poses, all while enjoying a view of downtown Grand Rapids at sunset.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water.
Lookout Park, 801 Fairview Ave NE | 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

WEDNESDAYS

Circuit Training

A dynamic program for all fitness levels that combines energizing cardio intervals with strength training using the fitness court equipment, good for beginners or those wanting to level up.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water.
Ottawa Hills Park Fitness Court, 2060 Oakfield Ave SE | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Pumped Up Strength

A beat-driven group strength training class using medium-heavy dumbbells for a total-body workout, integrating functional upper and lower body movements into dynamic strength flows.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water; optional: a set of 5–10 lb. dumbbells (class works fully without weights).
Cherry Park, 725 Cherry St SE | 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Total Body Power

A full-body workout focusing on major muscle groups including the core, using only resistance bands and body weight, meant to leave you feeling strong and confident.

Bring a mat and water.
Roosevelt Park, 739 Van Raalte Dr SW | 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

WERQ

A nonstop cardio dance class with fun, unique routines set to the hottest pop and hip-hop music, combining repetitive athletic moves with fresh dance steps for a high calorie burn.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Highland Park, 700 College Ave NE | 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

THURSDAYS

Sunrise Yoga

Builds strength and body awareness, beginning with gentle movement and breathing, progressing to standing sequences, and ending with calm resting poses, all while enjoying a serene sunrise over Indian Trails Golf Course.

Suggested equipment: mat, towel, water.
Indian Trails Golf Course, 2776 Kalamazoo Ave SE | 6:30 AM – 7:15 AM

Mat Pilates

Focuses on lengthening, toning, and strengthening the body with intentional movement, targeting the core, arms, glutes, and posture; primarily bodyweight-based with optional resistance.
Riverside Park (Bandshell entrance), 2001 Monroe Ave NE | 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Hip Hop Barre

Set to hip hop, rap, and pop music, this barreless, bodyweight-based class blends functional strength, barre pulses, and Pilates-inspired exercises to challenge full-body coordination, balance, and muscular endurance.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Pleasant Park, 630 Madison Ave SE | 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

TurnUP Dance Fitness

A high-energy cardio workout mixing hip hop, pop, and Latin music with retro and traditional aerobics, featuring high and low intensity moves that adapt to all fitness levels.

No equipment required; please bring water.
Garfield Park Futsal Court, 2111 Madison Ave SE | 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM